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January 2025
I had Chris Murray as my instructor, he was very patient and gave helpful feedback all the time with his help I passed my test first time. I would highly recommend ☺️
January 2025
Peter Goat was my driving instructor, and I couldn't have asked for a better one. He was incredibly patient, supportive, and always made me feel confident behind the wheel. His clear guidance helped build my confidence. I highly recommend him to anyone learning to drive!
January 2025
Chris Murray was a brilliant driving instructor, who helped me get a first time pass. He really knows everything about the trends in driving tests and helps you to be more than prepared. Highly recommend
January 2025
I Peter goat, he was very helpful and all round nice guy Very reliable and patient. Peter was very good at communicating what was needed to be done and had a good sensor of humour.
January 2025
Colin is brilliant! Super patient, friendly and great at explaining everything. He built my confidence with helpful feedback and encouragement, couldn't recommend him more!
January 2025
passed with Chris today on my second try! very very thankful to Chris for his patience and encouragement all through the journey:)
January 2025
I learned to drive with Chris, and couldn't recommend him enough. He is clear in instructing and is easy to get along with. I passed my test first time and he helped me through all my nerves and genuinely believed in me which was very ...
January 2025
Colin is an outstanding driving instructor. He was patient, supportive and helped me build confidence behind the wheel. Would highly recommend Colin as a driving instructor for anyone looking to learn in Cambridge.
January 2025
Colin is an outstanding driving instructor. He was calm, patient, and genuinely focused on helping me feel confident. His way of explaining things made even the trickiest manoeuvres or routes seem manageable, and his encouragement really ...
January 2025
I started lessons with Chris Murray earlier this year after a bad experience with a previous driving instructor who caused me to have panic attacks during my lessons. Since starting having lessons with Chris, I immediately felt much more at ...
January 2026
I had Chris Murray as my driving instructor and passed first time with only 1 minor. He was very helpful and really allowed me to build my confidence - I would highly recommend!
January 2025
Chris Murray was quite simply outstanding! We feel so lucky to have found such a kind, compassionate, caring and patient instructor. You have made our daughter so much more confident and for this we are so very grateful. She really has enjoyed your lessons and has learnt so much from you. Thank you ☺️
January 2025
I had Chris Murray as my driving instructor and passed yesterday with only 2 minors, after a long journey with driving lessons and instructors. He made me feel valued as a beginner driver and consistently showed me support through our ...
January 2026
Colin is a brilliant instructor, incredibly patient, clear and experienced. I would highly recommend! I really enjoyed our lessons!!
January 2025
I had Chris Murray as my driving instructor and I passed my driving test first time today with only 4 minors! I was a very anxious driver at the start, but Chris always made me feel that becoming an independent and proactive driver was ...
January 2026
I had Colin as my driving instructor and he was great! He was lovely and very patient with me, and really helped to build my confidence so I passed my test first time with only a few minors! I would highly recommend Colin and Driveaway to anyone looking to learn to drive :)
January 2026
Highly recommend Colin Crichton as a driving instructor! He taught me everything I needed to feel prepared and confident for the driving test - including lots of practice on test routes. Even after I took a break from lessons, he very ...
January 2025
I started learning to drive with Andy first. He was always honest with his feedback he was giving me as I was new to driving and he started building my confidence behind the wheel. Andy was patient, calm and supportive of me and always went ...
January 2026
I'm extremely grateful to my driving instructor, Colin, for his patience, kindness, and constant support throughout my learning journey. He always made me feel comfortable and confident behind the wheel, and he was also very easy to chat ...
January 2025
A huge thank you to my instructor Luthfur Rahman Bai and Sadique Ahmed Bai for all the support and guidance! They were patient, professional, and made every lesson easy to follow. I felt well-prepared and confident going into my test, and ...
January 2026
Chris is a great driving instructor --- patient, clear, and very supportive. Lessons were well structured and really helped build my confidence. Highly recommend
January 2026
I had phill as my instructor. He is great guy, very friendly but mostly very patient and great instructor and put 100% into everyone to pass. He has passed 3 of my family members in the last 2 years or so, highly recommended as tutor ☺️
January 2026
I passed my test first try with Robyn Phillips today. Where do I start? I would 110% recommend her to anyone at all at any level of driving ability as she's so adaptable and works tirelessly to help you not only pass but drive well ...
January 2026
I had Phil Harvey as my driving instructor. I didn't have any prior experience with driving and he taught me everything I needed to know whilst being patient and allowing me to learn at my own pace. His instructions were explained clearly ...
January 2026
Robyn was lovely and caring throughout my experience learning to drive. Without her I very much doubt I would have ever passed! She goes above and beyond to improve your confidence. I would recommend her to anyone struggling or feeling anxious about driving. 🫶🏻 ...
October 2026
Dave Warren just got me through a test with no minors! He has exceptional driving knowledge and has been really supportive, going out of his way repeatedly to help me become a confident and safe driver. Thanks so much Dave! 🚘🥳🙏
October 2026
David Warren has a very relaxed and friendly approach to teaching. This worked well for our daughter and living proof is that she passed first time. He also cared very much that us, as parents, were also informed and happy, every step of the way. Would highly recommend Dave to anyone.
October 2026
I had Luthfur Rahman as my instructor,. What an amazing journey we had, been to so many places. Passed with 2 minors. Can’t thank him enough.
October 2026
Gaia fleet amazing instructor, brilliant listener able to adapt to anyone's fear of driving and help them progress to be the best they can be at driving. Gaia was very kind and patient when teaching me to drive. A massive thanks for helping me pass first time. Gaia is highly recommended.
October 2026
Robyn Phillips is an exceptional driving instructor, she is patient, calm, and friendly. She was reassuring and helpful with my fears and concerns along the way, and helped me gain my confidence and skills during our lessons. I highly recommend Robyn, I was able to pass my test first time thanks to her excellent teaching!
October 2026
I had Hanna for 6 or so months and she was brilliant. Very patient and knowledgeable. Helped me to pass first time and she has really made learning to drive an enjoyable experience!
October 2026
I had Gaia as a driving instructor, she was really great and helped me pass my test first time! I'd highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for an instructor.
October 2026
I honestly couldn’t be happier with my experience learning to drive with Lucian! He’s been an amazing instructor from start to finish, always patient, supportive and great at explaining everything clearly. He made me feel confident behind the wheel and helped me improve every lesson, making sure I was fully prepared for my test. Thanks to Lucian’s teaching, encouragement and dedication, I managed to pass my driving test in just 4 months! I’m genuinely so happy with the result and couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. He made the whole experience enjoyable and helped me build the confidence I needed to pass. I would 100% recommend Lucian to anyone looking to learn to drive. If you want an instructor who is patient, professional, supportive and genuinely wants you to succeed, he’s the one to go to. Thank you so much, Lucian, for everything! 🚗🎉
October 2026
I can’t recommend Hannah highly enough! I was quite nervous about learning to drive, but her calm, patient, and friendly approach completely built up my confidence. She explains everything so clearly and made the whole experience enjoyable. Thanks to her amazing support, I passed my test! If you’re looking for a fantastic instructor, Hannah is the absolute best. Will!
October 2026
Chris is an amazing driving instructor who helped me to pass my driving test first try. He is an excellent driving instructor who coaches you through the whole process and what to expect on the day of your test.
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